Mary Alice Monroe's Blog, page 17
September 10, 2015
A LOWCOUNTRY WEDDING BOOK COVER REVEAL!!!
It's thrilling for me to see the cover of one of my novels for the first time. The charge never gets old. I think it's gorgeous, thanks to the talented team at Gallery Books. To me, the dock symbolizes the lowcountry, and more, is important given the significance of the dock at Sea Breeze in the trilogy.
That bride could even be Harper. What do you think?
A book cover reveal makes the writing process come into sharper focus, especially when you're still crafting chapters! Even though there is a lot left to do before next year's book release, the journey of writing A LOWCOUNTRY WEDDING is meaningful. I'm excited to share it with you May 2016!
Thank you, wonderful readers, for making The Lowcountry Summer Series a bestselling success and for wanting to read more about the Muir sisters--Eudora, Carson and Harper--and their charming grandmother Mamaw, and of course Delphine. All will be included as The Lowcountry Summer Series continues.
Save the date my friends for May 3, 2016 because you're invited to enjoy A LOWCOUNTRY WEDDING.
Click here for A LOWCOUNTRY WEDDING book description
August 24, 2015
A TURTLE NIGHT
A glorious night on the beach last night!
Along the southeastern coast we are in the hatching part of the sea turtle nesting season. Last night I went out to the beach on Isle of Palms, SC with my fellow Island Turtle Team members. Sitting on the sand under a foggy moon, being bitten by vicious beach ants, we watched as a loggerhead nest slowly rose to a boil. When that happens, the loggerhead hatchlings, already free from their eggs, begin digging as a group and rise together like an elevator from 20" down. At the top they rest for awhile.
From the top we see a concave circle in the sand.
Over the course of an hour, or 2 or 3, it's like watching a birth. Little bumps appear on top of the sand. Like contractions, the circle heaves and slowly the bumps get larger and I can see dark tips of heads and flippers emerge as the group below pushes upward. We watch expectantly. Suddenly something triggers the group that it's time to go! With a great heave the 3 inch hatchlings begin scrambling out, climbing over each other, flippers waving, hatchlings tumbling down the slope, a hundred or more of them, in a mad dash for the sea. It looks like a pot boiling over, which is how it got the name "a boil" When this happens, the turtles are healthy and vivacious and as a group they have a better chance at survival, fanning out across the beach, following the rules of predator glut.
It wasn't the best of conditions on the beach for them. The moon wasn't bright, and sadly-- and frustratingly-- some homeowner (who should have known better) left a bright light burning on her outside porch. It was a hassle getting all the hatchlings to the sea without them turning toward the bright light --and certain death. Plus, the sea was still far out and these hatchlings faced a long journey across two galleys to reach home.
But make it they did. My pals on the team, Mary and Jo, and Christi from the SC Aquarium and her sweet daughter Lillian were there to guide them to the water. The hatchlings were valiant as the waves tumbled them back, further up the shore. Over and over they righted themselves and headed straight back in, following their ancient instinct to swim.
They'll swim for three days in a frenzy, non stop, to reach the vast sargassum floats in the Gulf that will protect them from predators as they get bigger. It is estimated that only 1 in 1000 of them will reach adulthood. Of those survivors, only the females will return to our area beaches some thirty years later to nest and continue the cycle of life.
A long journey ahead, little turtles. God speed. I thank God I was there last night to witness the small miracle of nature. And I pray that I will be here --with my friends on the turtle team--to welcome the mama turtles home.
** Pix by Barbara Bergwerf from our picture book: TURTLE SUMMER. Published by Arbordale Publishing
MAM and Mary Pringle
A boil!
Fanning out.
Hatchling makes it to the sea.
Along the southeastern coast we are in the hatching part of the sea turtle nesting season. Last night I went out to the beach on Isle of Palms, SC with my fellow Island Turtle Team members. Sitting on the sand under a foggy moon, being bitten by vicious beach ants, we watched as a loggerhead nest slowly rose to a boil. When that happens, the loggerhead hatchlings, already free from their eggs, begin digging as a group and rise together like an elevator from 20" down. At the top they rest for awhile.
From the top we see a concave circle in the sand.
Over the course of an hour, or 2 or 3, it's like watching a birth. Little bumps appear on top of the sand. Like contractions, the circle heaves and slowly the bumps get larger and I can see dark tips of heads and flippers emerge as the group below pushes upward. We watch expectantly. Suddenly something triggers the group that it's time to go! With a great heave the 3 inch hatchlings begin scrambling out, climbing over each other, flippers waving, hatchlings tumbling down the slope, a hundred or more of them, in a mad dash for the sea. It looks like a pot boiling over, which is how it got the name "a boil" When this happens, the turtles are healthy and vivacious and as a group they have a better chance at survival, fanning out across the beach, following the rules of predator glut.
It wasn't the best of conditions on the beach for them. The moon wasn't bright, and sadly-- and frustratingly-- some homeowner (who should have known better) left a bright light burning on her outside porch. It was a hassle getting all the hatchlings to the sea without them turning toward the bright light --and certain death. Plus, the sea was still far out and these hatchlings faced a long journey across two galleys to reach home.
But make it they did. My pals on the team, Mary and Jo, and Christi from the SC Aquarium and her sweet daughter Lillian were there to guide them to the water. The hatchlings were valiant as the waves tumbled them back, further up the shore. Over and over they righted themselves and headed straight back in, following their ancient instinct to swim.
They'll swim for three days in a frenzy, non stop, to reach the vast sargassum floats in the Gulf that will protect them from predators as they get bigger. It is estimated that only 1 in 1000 of them will reach adulthood. Of those survivors, only the females will return to our area beaches some thirty years later to nest and continue the cycle of life.
A long journey ahead, little turtles. God speed. I thank God I was there last night to witness the small miracle of nature. And I pray that I will be here --with my friends on the turtle team--to welcome the mama turtles home.
** Pix by Barbara Bergwerf from our picture book: TURTLE SUMMER. Published by Arbordale Publishing
MAM and Mary Pringle
A boil!
Fanning out.
Hatchling makes it to the sea.
A Turtle Night
A glorious night on the beach last night!
Along the southeastern coast we are in the hatching part of the sea turtle nesting season. Last night I went out to the beach on Isle of Palms, SC with my fellow Island Turtle Team members. Sitting on the sand under a foggy moon, being bitten by vicious beach ants, we watched as a loggerhead nest slowly rose to a boil. When that happens, the loggerhead hatchlings, already free from their eggs, begin digging as a group and rise together like an elevator from 20" down. At the top they rest for awhile.
From the top we see a concave circle in the sand.
Over the course of an hour, or 2 or 3, it's like watching a birth. Little bumps appear on top of the sand. Like contractions, the circle heaves and slowly the bumps get larger and I can see dark tips of heads and flippers emerge as the group below pushes upward. We watch expectantly. Suddenly something triggers the group that it's time to go! With a great heave the 3 inch hatchlings begin scrambling out, climbing over each other, flippers waving, hatchlings tumbling down the slope, a hundred or more of them, in a mad dash for the sea. It looks like a pot boiling over, which is how it got the name "a boil" When this happens, the turtles are healthy and vivacious and as a group they have a better chance at survival, fanning out across the beach, following the rules of predator glut.
It wasn't the best of conditions on the beach for them. The moon wasn't bright, and sadly-- and frustratingly-- some homeowner (who should have known better) left a bright light burning on her outside porch. It was a hassle getting all the hatchlings to the sea without them turning toward the bright light --and certain death. Plus, the sea was still far out and these hatchlings faced a long journey across two galleys to reach home.
But make it they did. My pals on the team, Mary and Jo, and Christi from the SC Aquarium and her sweet daughter Lillian were there to guide them to the water. The hatchlings were valiant as the waves tumbled them back, further up the shore. Over and over they righted themselves and headed straight back in, following their ancient instinct to swim.
They'll swim for three days in a frenzy, non stop, to reach the vast sargassum floats in the Gulf that will protect them from predators as they get bigger. It is estimated that only 1 in 1000 of them will reach adulthood. Of those survivors, only the females will return to our area beaches some thirty years later to nest and continue the cycle of life.
A long journey ahead, little turtles. God speed. I thank God I was there last night to witness the small miracle of nature. And I pray that I will be here --with my friends on the turtle team--to welcome the mama turtles home.
** Pix by Barbara Bergwerf from our picture book: TURTLE SUMMER. Published by Arbordale Publishing
MAM and Mary Pringle
A boil!
Fanning out.
Hatchling makes it to the sea.
Along the southeastern coast we are in the hatching part of the sea turtle nesting season. Last night I went out to the beach on Isle of Palms, SC with my fellow Island Turtle Team members. Sitting on the sand under a foggy moon, being bitten by vicious beach ants, we watched as a loggerhead nest slowly rose to a boil. When that happens, the loggerhead hatchlings, already free from their eggs, begin digging as a group and rise together like an elevator from 20" down. At the top they rest for awhile.
From the top we see a concave circle in the sand.
Over the course of an hour, or 2 or 3, it's like watching a birth. Little bumps appear on top of the sand. Like contractions, the circle heaves and slowly the bumps get larger and I can see dark tips of heads and flippers emerge as the group below pushes upward. We watch expectantly. Suddenly something triggers the group that it's time to go! With a great heave the 3 inch hatchlings begin scrambling out, climbing over each other, flippers waving, hatchlings tumbling down the slope, a hundred or more of them, in a mad dash for the sea. It looks like a pot boiling over, which is how it got the name "a boil" When this happens, the turtles are healthy and vivacious and as a group they have a better chance at survival, fanning out across the beach, following the rules of predator glut.
It wasn't the best of conditions on the beach for them. The moon wasn't bright, and sadly-- and frustratingly-- some homeowner (who should have known better) left a bright light burning on her outside porch. It was a hassle getting all the hatchlings to the sea without them turning toward the bright light --and certain death. Plus, the sea was still far out and these hatchlings faced a long journey across two galleys to reach home.
But make it they did. My pals on the team, Mary and Jo, and Christi from the SC Aquarium and her sweet daughter Lillian were there to guide them to the water. The hatchlings were valiant as the waves tumbled them back, further up the shore. Over and over they righted themselves and headed straight back in, following their ancient instinct to swim.
They'll swim for three days in a frenzy, non stop, to reach the vast sargassum floats in the Gulf that will protect them from predators as they get bigger. It is estimated that only 1 in 1000 of them will reach adulthood. Of those survivors, only the females will return to our area beaches some thirty years later to nest and continue the cycle of life.
A long journey ahead, little turtles. God speed. I thank God I was there last night to witness the small miracle of nature. And I pray that I will be here --with my friends on the turtle team--to welcome the mama turtles home.
** Pix by Barbara Bergwerf from our picture book: TURTLE SUMMER. Published by Arbordale Publishing
MAM and Mary Pringle
A boil!
Fanning out.
Hatchling makes it to the sea.
May 20, 2015
HAPPY BOOK BIRTHDAY!
Born May 19, 2015On store shelves now!
THANK YOU.
THANK YOU.
THANK YOU… To my fans, who lined the block outside of the South Carolina Aquarium, Monday night in Charleston, SC for the official book launch party of THE SUMMER’S END.
Nearly 300 came to the book launch party!THANK YOU... To my team and the aquarium staff who organized this huge party.
Thanking the crowd and sharing exciting news!THANK YOU... to my publisher, Gallery Books, for continuing to give me the opportunity to share my stories with readers around the world.
My amazing editor, Lauren McKenna flew in to town.THANK YOU... to my family for always believing in me and uplifting me.
Signing books And THANK YOU... for being a reader, buying my books, and telling your friends about my novels. Without you, I would not be celebrating this book release, one that marks twenty years for me as a published author. I’m incredibly grateful for this milestone.
Nearly 300 friends and fans came to the Aquarium to celebrate THE SUMMER'S END book launch with me. People from near and far. Some drove from Charlotte and Highland, North Carolina. Others drove in early from North Myrtle Beach, and a handful flew into town from Ohio. And my dear sweet daughter Gretta, endured delayed flights and layovers from Los Angeles to Charleston, just to be with me.
Gretta made it! I'm one very happy mama.Thank you all for making this book release extra special. You made me feel like a beautiful queen. It's a night I will never forget!
With THE SUMMER’S END now out on store shelves, I’m on the road for book tour. I do hope you’ll join me at an event near you. We’ll talk, we’ll laugh and we’ll celebrate together our love for great books!
Click here for book tour schedule. Click here to order your copy today.
Watch this short video for a little back story about THE SUMMER’S END:
When you finish the final page of THE SUMMER’S END, take heart. All is not entirely over. My publisher has asked me to continue the story of Mamaw, and her three granddaughters—Eudora, Carson, and Harper. And this time, someone’s getting married! Look for the new book, LOWCOUNTRY WEDDING (working title) next summer.
For now though, I hope you thoroughly enjoy this next installment of the Lowcountry Summer Series.
May 11, 2015
COUNTING DOWN AND PACKING UP
Counting Down and Packing Up
The calendar says summer begins in mid-June. But really, summer begins in just one week--May 19th. Well, okay, at least for me it does.
That's the day THE SUMMER'S END lands on store shelves! I'm excited to finally be able to share the third installment of the Lowcountry Summer Trilogy with you.
In THE SUMMER'S END, I take you back to the charming seaside town of Sullivan's Island, South Carolina, where Mamaw is bracing to sell her beloved family estate, Sea Breeze. It’s an emotional season as Mamaw and her "summer girls"--granddaughters Eudora, Carson, and Harper--face loss and struggle to find a fresh start in life. Harper, the youngest sister, who lived under the narcissistic abuse of her wealthy and influential mother, has no home or career after breaking free of her mother’s tyranny. And she finds herself needing courage to release her insecurities, recognize her strengths and accept love fully to save her family and her future.
Here's a little sneak peek of THE SUMMER'S END. Read excerpt now.
You can pre-order your copy today at from your favorite local bookstore, or order here .
For anyone who has pre-ordered, make sure to enter my weekly Summer's End Giveaway on my Facebook page. Prizes every Tuesday! To enter, just type in your purchase confirmation number in the comment box of the contest post.
I'm also delighted to share this new video with you, a short conversation about THE SUMMER'S END at my house with my assistant, Angela. Click here to watch video.
Meantime, I've been busy writing another book, doing media interviews, preparing for my book talks, and packing for the tour. My sister Ruthie will be my road warrior again for this 33-city book tour. Am I coming to a place near you? View book tour schedule now. Join me at an event. We'll have a great time! And, if you live within driving distance of Charleston, South Carolina... come celebrate the official book launch party for THE SUMMER'S END at the South Carolina Aquarium on Monday, May 18th, 6:30-8:30 p.m. I can't think of a more beautiful setting for a book party with wine, food, live island music, and most importantly, friends. View invitation here.
I'm eager to connect with everyone on book tour again. But I admit, I feel overwhelmed at times juggling so many things at once. We all do. Recently I was reminded to slow down by blogger Angie Mizzell with these words on her recent blog post:
Slowing down when life is extremely busy sounds counter-intuitive but it's exactly what we need. Many of us carry overloaded plates with work demands, home life, family needs, graduations, events and an endless list of other commitments. But I hope you'll heed Angie's advice to "grab moments". For me, it's working in my garden for a half-hour, or taking the dog for a quick walk on the beach. Re-connecting with nature refocuses my mind and restores my energy to press onward with enthusiasm. I hope it does the same for your soul.
How do you "grab moments" for yourself during your hectic days?
I look forward to seeing you on book tour!
The calendar says summer begins in mid-June. But really, summer begins in just one week--May 19th. Well, okay, at least for me it does.
That's the day THE SUMMER'S END lands on store shelves! I'm excited to finally be able to share the third installment of the Lowcountry Summer Trilogy with you.
In THE SUMMER'S END, I take you back to the charming seaside town of Sullivan's Island, South Carolina, where Mamaw is bracing to sell her beloved family estate, Sea Breeze. It’s an emotional season as Mamaw and her "summer girls"--granddaughters Eudora, Carson, and Harper--face loss and struggle to find a fresh start in life. Harper, the youngest sister, who lived under the narcissistic abuse of her wealthy and influential mother, has no home or career after breaking free of her mother’s tyranny. And she finds herself needing courage to release her insecurities, recognize her strengths and accept love fully to save her family and her future.
Here's a little sneak peek of THE SUMMER'S END. Read excerpt now.
You can pre-order your copy today at from your favorite local bookstore, or order here .
For anyone who has pre-ordered, make sure to enter my weekly Summer's End Giveaway on my Facebook page. Prizes every Tuesday! To enter, just type in your purchase confirmation number in the comment box of the contest post.
I'm also delighted to share this new video with you, a short conversation about THE SUMMER'S END at my house with my assistant, Angela. Click here to watch video.
Meantime, I've been busy writing another book, doing media interviews, preparing for my book talks, and packing for the tour. My sister Ruthie will be my road warrior again for this 33-city book tour. Am I coming to a place near you? View book tour schedule now. Join me at an event. We'll have a great time! And, if you live within driving distance of Charleston, South Carolina... come celebrate the official book launch party for THE SUMMER'S END at the South Carolina Aquarium on Monday, May 18th, 6:30-8:30 p.m. I can't think of a more beautiful setting for a book party with wine, food, live island music, and most importantly, friends. View invitation here.
I'm eager to connect with everyone on book tour again. But I admit, I feel overwhelmed at times juggling so many things at once. We all do. Recently I was reminded to slow down by blogger Angie Mizzell with these words on her recent blog post:
"Be present. Grab moments. Two things that deserve top position on my to-do list every day." --Angie Mizzell
Slowing down when life is extremely busy sounds counter-intuitive but it's exactly what we need. Many of us carry overloaded plates with work demands, home life, family needs, graduations, events and an endless list of other commitments. But I hope you'll heed Angie's advice to "grab moments". For me, it's working in my garden for a half-hour, or taking the dog for a quick walk on the beach. Re-connecting with nature refocuses my mind and restores my energy to press onward with enthusiasm. I hope it does the same for your soul.
How do you "grab moments" for yourself during your hectic days?
I look forward to seeing you on book tour!
May 4, 2015
BEHIND THE NOVEL: A MOTHER-DAUGHTER PERSPECTIVE
The publisher sent me this last week-- a box of THE SUMMER'S END. This is my first time seeing my story in book form. It's such a thrill! And it can only mean one thing... pub day is almost here! In just two weeks THE SUMMER'S END will hit store shelves and I'm excited to share the final installment of the Lowcountry Summer Trilogy with you. This book cover has special meaning to me; the model is my daughter Gretta. She's also the inspiration of one of the trilogy's main characters.
Recently, we were asked by women's fiction book website XOXOAfterDark to share the details on how the cover came to be and talk about our special mother-daughter relationship in a guest blog post. Here it is: THE SUMMER'S END: A MOTHER DAUGHTER LOOK BEHIND THE NOVEL
I enjoyed hearing my daughter's perspective on our relationship and my work. Feel free to ask us follow-up questions after reading this. And make sure to go to the end of the blog post to see a short video that inspired THE SUMMER'S END cover.
I can't believe the book comes out in two weeks and I hit the road for book tour. I'm excited to reconnect with friends, booksellers and readers, plus make new friends along the way. Am I coming to a city near you? CLICK HERE to see my book tour schedule.
And I'm kicking the tour off with an official Book Launch Party at the South Carolina Aquarium, May 18th in Charleston, SC. If you're local or want to take a fun road trip with friends, come celebrate with me! CLICK HERE for the invitation. Let's launch THE SUMMER'S END together!
April 27, 2015
NEED A VACATION? I'M GIVING ONE AWAY...
Dewees Island, South CarolinaWANT TO GETAWAY?
When is the last time you had a great vacation? If you're in need of a break from the busyness and noise of daily demands, I have the perfect destination for you. And I'm giving away one vacation package to one lucky reader this week. (details below)
Dewees Island, South Carolina is a unique, private barrier island, 11 miles north of Charleston and just across the inlet from the Isle of Palms. The nature preserve is only accessible by ferry boat and offers picturesque views of pristine forest, marshland and private beaches. Here's proof:
These photos were taken just the other day by Judy Fairchild, a master naturalist, island resident and realtor. Breathtaking!
On Dewees, everyone gets around by foot, bicycle or golf cart, along crushed shell roads. Nature abounds here with gators, sea turtles, dolphins, shorebirds, and abundant fish. It's a Lowcountry paradise that deserves to be on anyone's vacation bucket list.
WIN A VACATION HERE!
I'm thrilled to share this Lowcountry gem with you through THE SUMMER'S END sweepstakes happening on my Facebook author page. One lucky person will win a three-night getaway to this three-bedroom waterfront cottage.
Imagine how great a cup of coffee or glass of wine will taste with that porch view!
The winner will also receive a private nature tour of the island, a sunset dolphin cruise with Barrier Island Eco Tours, and tickets to the May 18th official launch party of THE SUMMER'S END at the South Carolina Aquarium.
HERE'S YOUR CHANCE TO WIN!It's easy to enter. Pre-order a copy of my new novel THE SUMMER'S END and post your confirmation number in the comment box of the contest post on my Facebook author page. You can 'SHARE' the contest post to increase your odds of winning. I'll announce the winner 9 p.m. (EST) on Tuesday, April 28th.
A big thank you to my friends at Dewees Real Estate, Barrier Island Eco Tours, and the South Carolina Aquarium for their contributions to this sweepstakes grand prize.
I'm giving out prizes every Tuesday until the May 19th book release day of THE SUMMER'S END. I'm excited to share the final installment of the Lowcountry Summer Trilogy with all of you next month.
April 8, 2015
Let's Launch this Book Together
Wow! It just dawned on me as I opened up my blog page that this year marks my 20th anniversary as a published author. TWENTY. YEARS.
Seeing this in writing, saying it aloud seems ... surreal. I am profoundly grateful. Whether you've read every novel I've published or just one, you have contributed to my writing career. I consider it a rare gift to be able to have a job that allows me to combine my passions for writing and nature conservation.
This adds even greater meaning to this year's book launch, and I want you to celebrate with me! THE SUMMER'S END comes out in just six weeks and is the conclusion to the bestselling Lowcountry Summer trilogy.
The summer is just beginning with THE SUMMER'S END. Let's party in an extra special way at the South Carolina Aquarium!
The South Carolina Aquarium is a treasured attraction here in Charleston, South Carolina. On Monday, May 18th from 6:30-8:30 p.m., you'll get to enjoy all that the aquarium has to offer at this exclusive, after-hours party. Enjoy all of the exhibits, including the brand new Shark Shallows, with a glass of wine in hand, while nibbling on southern treats, and enjoying a live steel drum performance by musician Mike Greer.
If you're out of town and looking for a place to stay, the Francis Marion Hotel in historic downtown Charleston and The Palms Oceanfront Hotel on Isle of Palms are offering a limited number of rooms at a discount rate just for my guests, under the group name: "Mary Alice Monroe Book Party."
Reserve your ticket today by calling the SC Aquarium at (843) 577-3474. It will be a night to remember and I'm eager to celebrate this milestone moment with you. Let's launch THE SUMMER'S END together!
Seeing this in writing, saying it aloud seems ... surreal. I am profoundly grateful. Whether you've read every novel I've published or just one, you have contributed to my writing career. I consider it a rare gift to be able to have a job that allows me to combine my passions for writing and nature conservation.
This adds even greater meaning to this year's book launch, and I want you to celebrate with me! THE SUMMER'S END comes out in just six weeks and is the conclusion to the bestselling Lowcountry Summer trilogy.
The summer is just beginning with THE SUMMER'S END. Let's party in an extra special way at the South Carolina Aquarium!
The South Carolina Aquarium is a treasured attraction here in Charleston, South Carolina. On Monday, May 18th from 6:30-8:30 p.m., you'll get to enjoy all that the aquarium has to offer at this exclusive, after-hours party. Enjoy all of the exhibits, including the brand new Shark Shallows, with a glass of wine in hand, while nibbling on southern treats, and enjoying a live steel drum performance by musician Mike Greer.
If you're out of town and looking for a place to stay, the Francis Marion Hotel in historic downtown Charleston and The Palms Oceanfront Hotel on Isle of Palms are offering a limited number of rooms at a discount rate just for my guests, under the group name: "Mary Alice Monroe Book Party."
Reserve your ticket today by calling the SC Aquarium at (843) 577-3474. It will be a night to remember and I'm eager to celebrate this milestone moment with you. Let's launch THE SUMMER'S END together!
March 31, 2015
A Sneak Peek at "The Summer's End"
Wow! Hundreds of readers have responded already to my Lowcountry Summer Sweepstakes, and we're only one full week into the contest. Thank you! This is the biggest giveaway I've been able to do so far, with an amazing grand prize--a vacation to Charleston, ranked the #1 city in the U.S. by Conde Nast Traveler Magazine readers.
This sweepstakes celebrates the countdown to the May 19th official release of my new novel THE SUMMER'S END, the long-awaited final book of The Lowcountry Summer Trilogy.
Today, I'm thrilled to announce that everyone is a winner in this week's contest! Because of the strong number of pre-orders, I'm releasing a portion of the first chapter of THE SUMMER'S END. This is the first time any of it has been posted publicly and I'm so happy to share it with you.
Click here to read excerpt
Prizes are awarded every Tuesday and you can enter weekly. All you need to do is pre-order your copy of THE SUMMER'S END. And then post your purchase number in the comment box of the sweepstakes post on my Facebook page. Simple! If you're attending an upcoming book tour event, your RSVP qualifies for the contest too. Just post the event and date you reserved your ticket. Every entry is eligible for the grand prize--a Lowcountry island getaway in Charleston, South Carolina.
Grand prize package includes:
Three-night stay at a three-bedroom, marsh view cottage on Dewees Island
(Check-in date: Sunday, May 17, 2015; Check-out date: Wednesday, May 20, 2015*)Courtesy ferry boat rides to/from Dewees IslandPersonal nature tour on this pristine private island by master naturalist Judy FairchildPrivate cocktail event hosted by Dewees Real EstateSunset dolphin cruise for two courtesy of Barrier Island Eco ToursTwo tickets to the official book launch party for The Summer's End at the South Carolina Aquarium
Click here to enter Lowcountry Summer Sweepstakes
Dewees Island is a beautiful barrier island next to the Isle of Palms and just 21 miles from historic downtown Charleston. Watch this short video to see the natural splendor of Dewees Island. This will be the experience of a lifetime for one lucky winner!
Watch video of Dewees Island
March 23, 2015
Need a Getaway? Here's Your Chance!
Summer is coming and we have big things planned for the May 19th release of the long-awaited final book in the Lowcountry Summer Trilogy--
The Summer's End
.
First up... The Summer's End Sweepstakes.
We have our biggest sweepstakes to date launching March 24th on my Facebook page.
One lucky winner will enjoy a Lowcountry island getaway here in Charleston, SC. This grand prize package includes:
Three-night stay at a three-bedroom, marsh view cottage on Dewees Island
(Check-in date: Sunday, May 17, 2015; Check-out date: Wednesday, May 20, 2015*)Courtesy ferry boat rides to/from Dewees IslandPersonal nature tour on this pristine private island by master naturalist Judy FairchildPrivate cocktail event hosted by Dewees Real EstateSunset dolphin cruise for two courtesy of Barrier Island Eco ToursTwo tickets to the official book launch party for The Summer's End at the South Carolina Aquarium
TO WIN: Pre-order my new novel The Summer's End. Then, enter your name and receipt number in the comment box of the sweepstakes post on my Facebook page. That's it!
Every week new prizes will be awarded-- you can enter every week with that same receipt number. All entries are eligible for the grand prize Lowcountry Island Getaway. If you've already pre-ordered, don't worry-- your purchase qualifies too. Just enter your receipt number in the comments box of the sweepstakes post on my Facebook page.
Details will be posted on my website www.maryalicemonroe.com and my Facebook page. Remember, this contest launches March 24th on my facebook page, so order a copy of The Summer's End today. Have fun and good luck.
Summer is just beginning for The Summer's End!
Click here to pre-order your copy of The Summer's End today
*Winner will be announced April 28th on Facebook and www.maryalicemonroe.com. Winner must claim prize in 48 hours after the announcement. If winner cannot redeem weekend prize during the May 17-20, 2015 dates aforementioned, Dewees Real Estate will make every effort possible to accommodate the winner with an alternative getaway date but the selected cottage on the island cannot be guaranteed.
*Winner is responsible for transportation to and from Charleston, SC.
First up... The Summer's End Sweepstakes.
We have our biggest sweepstakes to date launching March 24th on my Facebook page.
One lucky winner will enjoy a Lowcountry island getaway here in Charleston, SC. This grand prize package includes:
Three-night stay at a three-bedroom, marsh view cottage on Dewees Island
(Check-in date: Sunday, May 17, 2015; Check-out date: Wednesday, May 20, 2015*)Courtesy ferry boat rides to/from Dewees IslandPersonal nature tour on this pristine private island by master naturalist Judy FairchildPrivate cocktail event hosted by Dewees Real EstateSunset dolphin cruise for two courtesy of Barrier Island Eco ToursTwo tickets to the official book launch party for The Summer's End at the South Carolina Aquarium
TO WIN: Pre-order my new novel The Summer's End. Then, enter your name and receipt number in the comment box of the sweepstakes post on my Facebook page. That's it!Every week new prizes will be awarded-- you can enter every week with that same receipt number. All entries are eligible for the grand prize Lowcountry Island Getaway. If you've already pre-ordered, don't worry-- your purchase qualifies too. Just enter your receipt number in the comments box of the sweepstakes post on my Facebook page.
Details will be posted on my website www.maryalicemonroe.com and my Facebook page. Remember, this contest launches March 24th on my facebook page, so order a copy of The Summer's End today. Have fun and good luck.
Summer is just beginning for The Summer's End!
Click here to pre-order your copy of The Summer's End today *Winner will be announced April 28th on Facebook and www.maryalicemonroe.com. Winner must claim prize in 48 hours after the announcement. If winner cannot redeem weekend prize during the May 17-20, 2015 dates aforementioned, Dewees Real Estate will make every effort possible to accommodate the winner with an alternative getaway date but the selected cottage on the island cannot be guaranteed.
*Winner is responsible for transportation to and from Charleston, SC.
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